Horizon Fitness CardioCORE CT61 User manual

CardioCORE
Treadmill™
TREADMILL USER’S GUIDE
FOR MODEL :
CT61

INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS
ASSEMBLY
BEFORE
YOU BEGIN
TREADMILL
OPERATION
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING
& MAINTENANCE
LIMITED
WARRANTY
2
CONGRATULATIONS and THANK YOU for your purchase of this CardioCORE Treadmill™!
Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller, healthier lifestyle, a CardioCORE
Treadmill™ can help you attain it – adding club-quality performance to your at-home
workouts, with the ergonomics and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier,
faster. Because we're committed to designing fitness equipment from the inside out, we use
only the highest quality components. It's a commitment we back with one of the strongest
frame-to-motor warranty packages in the industry.
You want exercise equipment that offers the most comfort, the best reliability and the highest
quality in its class.
The CardioCORE Treadmill ™ delivers.
INTRODUCTION
Important Precautions
Assembly
Before You Begin
Treadmill Operation
Conditioning Guidelines
Troubleshooting & Maintenance
Limited Warranty
CONTACT INFORMATION
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Back Panel
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this treadmill. When using an electrical product, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this treadmill. It is the
responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings
and precautions. If you have any questions after reading this manual, contact Customer Tech Support at the
number listed on the back panel of this manual.
Connect this exercise product to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding
instructions.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If a treadmill should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path
of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electrical shock. This product is equipped with
a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt
as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided
with the product. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug
illustrated below. A temporary adapter such as the one illustrated below may be used to connect this plug to
a 2-pole receptacle as shown, if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should
be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored
rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as
a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal
screw.
TROUBLESHOOTING
& MAINTENANCE
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
WARNING
3-Pole Grounded Outlet 2-Pole Outlet in Grounded Box
METAL GROUNDING SCREW
ADAPTER
GROUNDED
TREADMILL
POWER CORD
GROUNDED
TREADMILL
POWER CORD

At NO time should pets or children under the age of 12 be closer to the treadmill than 10 feet.
At NO time should children under the age of 12 use the treadmill.
Children over the age of 12 should not use the treadmill without adult supervision.
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IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS
ASSEMBLY
BEFORE
YOU BEGIN
TREADMILL
OPERATION
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING
& MAINTENANCE
LIMITED
WARRANTY
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To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons:
• Never use the treadmill before securing the safety tether clip to your clothing.
• If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and
consult your physician before continuing.
• Do not wear clothes that might catch on any part of the treadmill.
• Always wear athletic shoes while using this equipment.
• Do not jump on the treadmill.
• Keep power cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not insert or drop any object into any opening.
• Unplug treadmill before moving or cleaning it. To clean, wipe surfaces down with soap and slightly damp
cloth only; never use solvents. (See MAINTENANCE)
• At no time should more than one person be on treadmill while in operation.
• The treadmill should not be used by persons weighing more than 275 pounds. Failure to comply will void
the warranty.
• The treadmills are intended for in-home use only. Do not use this treadmill in any commercial, rental,
school or institutional setting. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
• Do not use treadmill in any location that is not temperature controlled, such as garages, porches, pool
rooms, bathrooms, car ports or outdoors. Failure to comply may void the warranty.
• Use the treadmill only as described in this manual.
OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR TREADMILL
OPERATION
To reduce the risk of damaging important components on your treadmill, it is strongly
recommended that your treadmill is plugged into a dedicated 20 amp outlet, without
the use of an additional extension cord and/or power strip.
IMPORTANT: The treadmill is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets.
It is essential that your treadmill is used only indoors, in a climate controlled room. If your treadmill has been
exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture climates, it is strongly recommended that the treadmill is
warmed up to room temperature before first time use. Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure.
WARNING
WARNING

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PRECAUTIONS ASSEMBLY BEFORE
YOU BEGIN TREADMILL
OPERATION LIMITED
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& MAINTENANCE
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT: READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
During the assembly process of the treadmill there are several areas that special attention must be paid.
It is very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure all parts are firmly
tightened. If the assembly instructions are not followed correctly, the treadmill could have frame parts that
are not tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating noises. There should be no side-to-side play
in the console masts or any forward and back play in the console assembly or handlebars. If there is any
play in these areas, the treadmill has not been properly assembled. To prevent damage to the treadmill, the
assembly instructions must be reviewed and corrective actions should be taken.
UNPACKING
Place the treadmill carton on a level flat surface. It is recommended that you place a protective covering on
your floor. Take CAUTION when handling and transporting this unit. Never open box when it is on its side.
Once the banding straps have been removed, do not lift or transport this unit unless it is fully assembled
and in the upright folded position, with the lock latch secure. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY! Unpack the unit where it will be used. The enclosed treadmill is equipped with high-pressure
shocks and may spring open if mishandled. Never grab hold of any portion of the incline frame and attempt
to lift or move the treadmill. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY!
Before proceeding, find your treadmill’s serial number
and model name located to the left of the on/off
power switch and power cord and enter it in the space
provided below.
ENTER YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND
MODEL NAME IN THE BOXES BELOW:
SERIAL NUMBER :
MODEL NAME:
* Refer to the SERIAL NUMBER and MODEL NAME when calling for service.
* Also enter this serial number on your Warranty Card.
WARNING

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IMPORTANT
PRECAUTIONS
ASSEMBLY
BEFORE
YOU BEGIN
TREADMILL
OPERATION
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING
& MAINTENANCE
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WARRANTY
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TOOLS INCLUDED
4 mm Allen Wrench
5 mm Allen Wrench
6 mm T-wrench
READING RACK
WATER BOTTLE HOLDER
GRIP PULSE HANDRAILS
ON/OFF SWITCH
CIRCUIT BREAKER
TRANSPORT WHEEL
POWER CORD
CONSOLE
TOUCH PAD PANEL WITH BLUE/GREEN BACK-LIT DISPLAY
CORE PODS
FAN
SUPPORT BARS
MOTOR COVER
SAFETY KEY PLACEMENT
RUNNING BELT / RUNNING DECK
SIDE RAIL
ROLLER END CAP
CONSOLE MAST
REAR ROLLER
ADJUSTMENT BOLTS
FOOT LOCK LATCH
V-BRACKET
NOTE : If you have questions or if there are any missing parts, we will guarantee complete satisfaction.
Customer Tech Support contact information is located on the back panel of this manual.
PARTS INCLUDED
1 Safety Key
1 Console Assembly (located under treadmill deck)
1 Power Cord
1 V-Bracket
2 Core Pods
2 Support Bars/Boots
4 Hardware Bags

DO NOT CUT STRAPS UNTIL STEP 1-E!* Disassemble box and remove the
cardboard packaging that is not beneath the treadmill. Do not attempt to lift the
treadmill at this time. Remove plastic wrap from console masts.
NOTE: It is recommended that you apply grease to the threads of each bolt as you assemble your treadmill, to
prevent loosening and noise. Also, during each assembly step, ensure that ALL nuts and bolts are in place and
partially threaded in before completely tightening any ONE bolt.
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PRECAUTIONS ASSEMBLY BEFORE
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& MAINTENANCE
CONDITIONING
GUIDELINES
PRE-ASSEMBLY
WARNING
ASSEMBLY STEP 1
1
3
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HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 1 CONTENTS :
LEFT CONSOLE MAST
LEFT SIDE LINKAGE ARM
BOLT A
* NOTE: If the straps have been removed before completing step 1-D and the linkage arms can not be aligned,
refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section (page 26) in order to restore the treadmill to its proper position.
A Open HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 1.
B Lift LEFT CONSOLE MAST into
upright position. Be sure to hold
the console mast firmly, as it will
not stay in the upright
position on it’s own.
C Move LEFT SIDE LINKAGE ARM
into position. Insert BOLT (A) and
tighten.
D Repeat on the right side.
E Now cut the banding straps and
remove remaining packaging
material.*
F Lift the RUNNING DECK until lock
latch on side of treadmill is fully
engaged.
G Remove CONSOLE from box
and place out of the way.
H Lower the treadmill RUNNING
DECK from the folded position by
stepping on LOCK LATCH on lower
right side.

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BEFORE
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TREADMILL
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ASSEMBLY STEP 2
* Be sure to tighten bolts after all are lined up.
BOLT (B)
LOCK
WASHER (C)
ARC WASHER (D)
ARC WASHER (D)
CONSOLE CABLE
DO NOT ATTACH
THIS SIDE UNTIL STEP 2-F
ASSEMBLED IN STEP 2-D
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HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 2 CONTENTS : A Open HARDWARE BAG FOR
STEP 2.
B With running deck in lowered
position, place CONSOLE
on upright masts. Slide the
brackets that are underneath
the console into the top holes of
the upright masts.
C Place LOCK WASHER (C) and
BOLT (B) into flat side of
LEFT upright MAST and lightly
tighten.
D Place ARC WASHER (D) and
BOLT (B) into curved side of
LEFT upright MAST and lightly
tighten.
E Gently lift RIGHT side of
the console to connect the
CONSOLE CABLE. Carefully tuck
wires in mast to avoid damage.
NOTE: Do not pinch console
cable or grip pulse wires.
F Repeat steps C-D above to
assemble the right side upright
mast and console.
G Tighten all bolts completely.

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ASSEMBLY STEP 3
SUPPORT BAR BOOTS
SUPPORT BARS
MOUNTING BRACKET
BOLT (E)
(8 TOTAL)
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HARDWARE BAG FOR STEP 3 CONTENTS : A Open HARDWARE BAG FOR
STEP 3.
B Slide SUPPORT BARS into side
MOUNTING BRACKETS and
line up with top MOUNTING
BRACKETS.
C Insert 2 BOLTS (E) into the
tops and 2 BOLTS (E) into the
bottoms of each SUPPORT BAR.
D Slide SUPPORT BAR BOOTS
down to cover BOLTS (E).